Playing the trumpet is extremely rewarding, but brass instruments can be some of the dirtiest in the entire orchestra after a practice session. Knowing how to clean your trumpet from right at home is an essential skill for any player. Wait! Before you go tossing it into the tub and slathering on your favorite body…
The trumpet is one of the more difficult instruments to play, so many parents are interested in guiding their child’s experience with brass instruments as early as possible. Without a strong foundation, it’s harder for kids to develop musical proficiency later in their development. Children can start playing the trumpet at around six to ten…
The trumpet is an awesome instrument. For me, it has a semi-permanent association with atmospheric jazz and instrumental music, where it really seems to shine (also see below), but that isn’t to say it hasn’t made its way into pop and other genres with great success. As well, it is possible to play just about…
When you begin practicing any brass instrument, you might not be able to make the sounds you want. And not everyone is going to be pleased to listen. If you’re playing in a public space, it can be tricky to play to the room’s feel, especially if there is a strong echo. Luckily, there is…
A versatile instrument in the music industry that relies heavily on proper breathing is the trumpet. Learning how to breathe when playing the trumpet is a critical first step. The first thing to realize is that the task of breathing revolves around the proper distribution of tension around the nose, mouth, and torso. The key…
Playing the trumpet can be a fun hobby for adults or a great way for children to broaden their education and become more musically inclined. Novice trumpet players might not know that all mouthpieces are not created equally. Beginners of all ages need to know how to choose the best trumpet mouthpieces for their specific…
Playing the trumpet has been known to make some people feel quite lightheaded and dizzy. Since it takes so much breath and constant air cycling to play the trumpet, it’s a common issue for beginners. So, what can you do when you feel lightheaded when playing the trumpet? Here’s how to avoid feeling lightheaded or…
If you’re looking for an instrument for yourself or a child, you may be wondering if certain instruments are better or worse for your teeth. After all, great embouchure can be essential for great musicianship, but is it hard to keep your mouth in that kind of position for so long, and does it damage…
From Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis, nothing compares to the sweet and silky sounds of a trumpet played by a maestro for a jazz lover. Learning to play the trumpet is more challenging than most instruments. A beginner will spend hours of physically demanding practice before producing quality music. Not only does a trumpeter have…
As most brass instrumentalists will tell you, using the right mouthpiece can make a huge difference. It can enhance the tone of the instrument, give you more control and help you develop your embouchure technique. In this guide, we’ll be looking at various trumpet mouthpieces to suit a variety of applications and purposes – professionals,…
Maybe you play in a marching band. Perhaps you are regularly called upon to perform in jazz groups. You could even be an absolute beginner trumpeter. If so, a full-sized trumpet may not be what you’re looking for. Fortunately, there are alternatives. There is a bit of a market for pocket trumpets, which come with…
Whether playing brass instruments is in your family tradition or you’ve just picked up the hobby for fun or in band class, the trumpet is one of the most popular choices for brass players. As you do a little research on your brass instrument, you will discover that there are in fact two popular choices…